Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 25 minutes ago
In the 1980s, Japan wasn't just a rich country; it was a sci-fi civilization. It rose from nuclear ash to become the world's second-largest economy in 30 years, threatening to overtake the US. Since then, China, South Korea, and India have risen.
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In the 1980s, Japan wasn't just a rich country; it was a sci-fi civilization. It rose from nuclear ash to become the world's second-largest economy in 30 years, threatening to overtake the US. Since then, China, South Korea, and India have risen.
Footage: Shutterstock
Inquiries: behindasian@gmail.com
Brought to you by the Behind Asian Team.










